DISCOVER PARIS
English speaking driver + Mercedes V Class for 4 Hours - 1280 Euro for 2 guests
Experience a unique, tailor-made sightseeing tour of Paris with a driver and personal guide, ensuring you get an exceptional insight into the wonderful landmarks of this beautiful city.
Departing from the doorstep of your hotel, you will have the option of being driven to must-see sites such as the Opera Garnier, Place Vendome, Palais Royal, the Louvre, Ile de la Cité, Nôtre Dame Cathedral, l’Hotel de Ville, Ile St Louis, Latin Quarter, the Pantheon, Saint Germain, and the Orsay Museum.
Discover the incredible, gothic royal chapel of Sainte-Chapelle located within the Palais de la Cite where the Kings of France resided until the 14th Century. It has one of the biggest collections of stained-glass in the world showing 1113 scenes from the Old and New Testaments. Then, tour the Conciergerie, a historical gem is an architectural marvel of the medieval period. It was a Royal residence until the 14th century and was then transformed into an infamous gaol during the French Revolution. Did you know that Marie Antoniette spent her last days there?
Drive past the Concorde Square, the Champs Elysées, the Arc de Triomphe, and the Invalides. Stare out the window at the Eiffel Tower before driving to Montmartre where your guide can take you on a small walking tour to discover the famous Place du Tertre with its cafés and shops. Then, experience the best views of Paris from the highest and most beautiful place, the Sacré Coeur Basilica. The options are simply endless in the magical City of Lights. At the end of your trip, you will be driven back to the comfort of your hotel.
BEFORE HOURS AT LOUIS VUITTON FOUNDATION
English Speaking Guide for 1.5 Hours - 1,190 Euro for 2 guests
The Foundation Louis Vuitton building is a work of art on its own. Designed by American architect Frank Gehry, it is situated in the famed Bois de Boulogne, Paris’s largest park. The foundation supports French and international contemporary art and aims to make it accessible to the public. Have a private tour before opening hours; a unique experience when discovering this magnificent building. Towering among the ancient trees of the Jardin d'Acclimatation and standing on what could be mistaken for a mirror, the structure integrates beautifully into its elemental surroundings and is a truly harmonious setting. This exclusive tour is the only way to have the Foundation Louis Vuitton to yourself.
AFTER HOURS AT THE OPERA
English Speaking Guide for 1.5 Hours - 585 Euro for 2 guests
Enjoy a private experience at the Palais Garnier during your visit to Paris. This opera house, famed for its opulence and splendour, was built by Charles Garnier from 1861 to 1875. It was the primary home of the Paris Opera until the late ‘80s although now it is mainly used for its ballet. The setting for Gaston Leroux’s 1910 novel, The Phantom of the Opera, it is arguably one of the most famous opera houses in the world and well worth a private visit.
With this exclusive and private tour you will discover the opulent style and decor of the Palais Garnier! Furthermore, explore the ‘Rotonde des Abonnes’. Previously used to greet the audience, discover the distinctive designs of architect Charles Garnier used in this space.
See the beautiful décor and magnificence of the foyers. The sheer array of materials used will enthral and delight. Be welcomed by the Prophetess Pythia before ascending the majestic main staircase leading to the auditorium, lounges and foyers. The many pieces of artwork and sculptures housed in the Palais Garnier make it not only a grand theatre, but a museum at the same time.
COLORIMETRY & SHOPPING
English-speaking stylist and shopping advisor for 5 hours - 1,050 Euro for 2 guests
This experience is subject to availability at the time of booking. Your colorimetry class can take place at the stylists atelier or in your hotel room, according to your preference.
Do you wear certain colors because you like them or because they’re trendy? Have you ever wondered if they were actually highlighting you best features? Carefully selecting the colors you wear is a milestone which can radically improve your image, make you look younger, more radiant and much more confident! The color analysis reveals which color pallets most brighten your natural assets (complexion, skin-tone, and body-type). Your stylist will teach you how to do your makeup, and advice you exactly which shades to shift towards when you shop for both your make-up and clothes.
This exclusive experience will enable you to find the perfect shades that work perfectly for your makeup and your wardrobe. Once your private class is finished, your stylist will take you on a 3-hour personalized shopping tour. The selection of shops is decided by an analysis of a questionnaire to be completed before the tour. You will be able to experience the excitement of shopping in Paris as a true local. From make-up stores, boutiques, historical institutions to rising designers, this is the best way to be introduced to the French touch and is perfect for short stays. Search of those perfect items, visit the most charming areas of Paris.
CONTEMPORARY ART IN LE MARAIS
English-speaking guide for 4 hours - 730 Euro for 2 guests
Subject to availability at the time of booking. Transportation is not included, however a car can be arranged if you would like.
Discover the Marais with this off-the-beaten-track tour. Enter the world of contemporary art with this private, tailor-made experience of the most extensive array of exhibitors in Paris. Discover works from Kamel, Thaddeus Roppac, Perrotin, Mennour, and Daniel Templon to name a few and have the chance to visit some of the hidden gems of the art world away from the madding crowds. The Marais, the most famous neighbourhood for art in Paris, is the best place to meet with artists and intellectuals in their territory to gain a better understanding of their creative manifestations. Our expert guide will deliver well-informed, artistic insights on sculptures and other artwork. The twisting streets in the Marais provide the perfect background for this creative tour.
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE LOUVRE & SURROUNDINGS
English-speaking guide for 4 hours - 710 Euro for 2 guests
The Louvre can be intimidating at the best of times, but with your guide you will get the most out of your Louvre visit and won’t get lost in the myriad of halls and passages. Your private tour will allow you to see the best highlights of Paris’s number one museum! Starting with the medieval foundations you will make your way through the Ancient Egyptian hall to the statue of the famed ‘Venus de Milo’ (101 BC marble sculpture of the Ancient Greek Goddess of Love and Beauty). Afterwards you will uncover silver objects found at Pompeii, the French Crown Jewels and the ‘Winged Victory of Samothrace’ before reaching the Apollo gallery. Discover the greatest and most famous French paintings in the world, such as Napoleon’s coronation at the Notre Dame and Delacroix’s ‘Liberty Leading the People’, which inspired Victor Hugo’s ‘Les Misérables’. See the intricate details of Michelangelo’s Dying and Rebellious slaves and the world’s most valuable and most visited painting, the ‘Mona Lisa’.
After your visit of the museum, enjoy a stroll in the Tuileries Gardens. The quintessential French Garden with its verdant lawns, manicured rows of trees, and gravel paths, was designed by André Le Nôtre for Louis XIV. After the king moved his court to Versailles in 1682, the Tuileries became the place for stylish Parisians to stroll.
HISTORY OF FASHION AT THE LOUVRE
English-speaking guide for 2 hours - 740 Euro for 2 guests
Hoops, petticoats, farthingales, and Watteau gowns were all inspired by the great fashion designers of the 20th century. Discover the evolution of fashion through time by admiring the masterpieces displayed in the Louvre. Throughout history, the body and the silhouette were transformed according to the changes dictated by the fashion world, which were in itself heavily dependent on the image that those in power wanted to perpetuate. This visit explores the social role of the costume such as the codpiece of the Renaissance or the corset that imprisoned women’s bodies up until WWI. You will see how the draperies of the Greek statues turned into the voluminous and sumptuous dresses of the court of Versailles. You will also see the surprising renaissance fraises worn by the aristocracy.
PARISIAN CONCEPT STORES
English-speaking guide for 3.5 hours - 670 Euro for 2 guests
Join one of our expert personal shoppers and enjoy a day of shopping to understand the secrets of the Parisian concept stores. Originating in London, Concept Stores have become a staple of Paris' trendiest district. Handpicked products are pulled together from different brands and designers, and they span different lines, such as fashion, beauty and homeware. Follow your Parisian guide as he or she takes you to the best shopping addresses for concept-stores. Your guide will also bring you to some off-the-beaten-track locations to open your eyes to the world of style in Paris' most chic district. Whether your intention is to shop or simply browse, Parisian concept stores are about discovery and experience, and this tour will allow you to gain an exclusive insight into the trendiest Parisian styles.
TRENDY MARAIS & POMPIDOU CENTRE
English-speaking guide for 4 hours - 7,100 Euro
This experience includes entrance to Pompidou Centre for the permanent collection and temporary exhibition “Christo & Jeanne Claude”
Discover the trendiest neighbourhood in Paris, the Marais. Far away from the large boulevards, the Marais with its narrow streets spared from Haussmann’s plans will instantly make you feel the magic of this multicultural and cosmopolitan neighbourhood. Majestic monuments, ultra-trendy shops, cool cafés, and quiet gardens are all on the itinerary for this special walking tour. Follow our guide to hidden places that were once only accessible to aristocrats and are now open to all - if you know which door to push…View the Pompidou Centre, a haven of modern art with very unique architecture and catch a stunning view of the city from the very top after walking through the enormous ‘caterpillar’ before you stroll around the museum itself. Admire the masterpieces of the 20th century by artists such as Picasso, Dubuffet, Kandinsky, Delaunay and Miro. The museum is engaging and entertaining for adults as well as children. And the kids will be able to tap into their artistic expressions by creating art of their own!
PERFUME MAKING WORKSHOP
English-speaking perfume maker for 1.5 hours - 660 Euro for 2 guests
Take advantage of meeting a local perfume maker and enter the world of perfume composition. Her atelier created a collection of perfume bases with specific themes (floral, woody, or amber), each one containing several components which allow you to associate them with sophisticated perfumes known in the market. During this private workshop, you will create your self-inspired scents by following or modifying some proposed compounds. You will be given a 60 ml of your created perfume in a luxurious handmade flacon, a booklet of formulas and a certificate. It is an artistic experience of soft moment of creation.
SAINT OUEN TREASURES
English-speaking vintage expert and Mercedes V Class at disposal for 5 hours - 1800 Euro for 2 guests
Saint Ouen of Paris is the largest market of its kind in the world. Conjuring scenes of timeless elegance, this amazing destination holds 1600 shops, booths, and stands. Your own expert will take you through this vintage and antique design market. The Saint Ouen dates back to 1885 and covers fifteen acres. It is made up of fifteen hundred stands, shops, and art galleries and has something for everyone. This cultural centre has items ranging from Art Nouveau, Art Deco, Louis XV and XVI furniture, and drawings and paintings to Chanel and Hermes bags, Haute Couture, Louis Vuitton trunks, and jewellery. It is a mystical place where different cultures and interests amalgamate to form much more than a market. Afterwards, you can have lunch in the outstanding bistro designed by Philippe Starck, ‘Ma Cocotte’.
HIDDEN PASSAGES OF PARIS
English-speaking guide for 4 hours - 635 Euro for 2 guests
Discover the covered passages of Paris in this interesting private tour. Built mostly in the nineteenth century, these charming galleries amidst the buildings with their beautiful canopies is an architectural curiosity in Paris. Most house shops, tearooms and restaurants and Paris has twenty located on the edge of the Grand Boulevards.
The oldest passage, the Passage des Panoramas, dates back to 1799. It includes the Variety Theatre, opened in 1807 and still active. Each gallery has its specialty: Indo-Pakistani, Mauritius, and Reunion shops populate the Passage Brady, commonly known as Little India. Galerie Vivienne, near the Palais-Royal, is one of the most emblematic and is where Jean-Paul Gaultier has opened a store of ‘ready-to-wear’. Nearby, the Véro-Dodat gallery is full of chic boutiques such as the workshop of Christian Louboutin. The Passage du Grand Cerf, one of the most spectacular passages of Paris, is 12 metres high and boasts an overhead metal structure of wrought iron .
FLORAL COMPOSITION WORKSHOP
English-speaking perfume florist for 1.5 hours - 1,255 Euro for 2 guests
Discover the world of scents and smells on a floral composition lesson. Enjoy the private workshop in a soothing flower shop niched within lustrous gold-leaf decorated walls. It is within this poetic environment that you will be able to express your creativity and you will be assisted by Paris’s chic and best reputed florist. His flower shop in Paris is one of the most famous and beautiful in the city. Our florist will provide you with the seasonal flowers so that you can create a completely personal and unique bouquet (which you will take home with you) in a beautiful and private setting.
CHEESE MAKING WORKSHOP
English-speaking cheese and wine expert for 2.53 hours - 560 Euro for 2 guests
Guided by a passionate expert, you will learn the know how of making cheese. In a 2-hour private experience, your cheese-maker will teach you all the secrets to make a fresh cheese and an incredibly good butter!
The cheese making is also coming with a cheese & wine tasting “à la bonne franquette”. After your workshop, while waiting for your own cheese to be ready, you will enjoy a commented tasting of a few pieces of cheese with a glass of wine.
HALF DAY PRIVATE VERSAILLES
English-speaking guide and driver in a luxury minivan for 5 hours - 1600 Euro for 2 guests
The half day Versailles tour will embark you on a journey that will introduce you to the splendour and tragedy of the most famous and largest royal residence in the world: Versailles, one of the most beautiful achievements of 18th-century French art that stayed the symbol of absolute monarchy for more than a century. Your private guide and your driver will pick you up at your hotel 0n the way to Versailles. The visit starts with the Royal Chapel, followed by the visit of the King’s Grand Apartment, with its sumptuously decorated rooms. The visit of the King’s Grand Apartment will lead you to the magnificent hall of mirrors: La Grande Galerie des Glaces, as it was called in the 17th century, that served daily as a passageway and a waiting and meeting place frequented by courtiers and visiting public. After the visit of the palace, you will enjoy a short stroll into the gardens to discover the planted architectural patterns and the groves, before heading back to Paris.
STROLLING THROUGH MONTMARTRE
English-speaking guide for 3 hours - 640 Euro for 2 guests
Explore the area of Paris known as Montmartre. The highest point of the city and home to the Basilica, the streets of this region were also home to some of the finest artists ever to grace the world with their genius.
When the young Picasso moved to Montmartre in 1904, it was only a village; home to factory workers, tradesmen, petty criminals and ladies of the night. Now Montmartre is an affluent neighborhood and unmissable part of any Paris trip. Your private guide will take you for a walking tour to discover the Sacré Coeur Basilica and the famous Place du Tertre with its interesting shops.
Relax at one of the many cafes during your time here. With its typical French terraces, the neighborhood is actually the perfect place to sit and have a drink while enjoying the local Parisian life.
MOULIN ROUGE
Subject to availability
“Féerie” consists of a troupe of 80 artists, including 60 Doriss Girls recruited world-wide ; 1000 traditional sumptuous revealing costumes of feathers, rhinestones and sequins, made in the most famous Parisian workshops ; amazing sets in shimmering colours, uniquely designed by Italian artists ; outstanding international acts, and our giant aquarium; all this performed to original music recorded by 80 musicians and 60 chorus singers.
MUSICAL '“HOW TO BECOME A PARISIAN IN ONE HOUR’ BY OLIVIER GIRAUD
Subject to availability at the time of booking.
The “Nouveautés Theatre” is an Italian hall with 600 seats, located in the heart of Paris in the Grands Boulveards district. A historic landmark for comedy, the theatre continues its aim for entertaining by presenting the most talented authors among the new generations.
This show, a stand-up comedy with Olivier Giraud, is a funny and rapid introduction to understanding the attitudes and idiosyncrasies of Parisians, their mannerisms and the habits that have given them their reputation abroad and in the rest of France.
